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    Moondog Seaside Eatery

    2.9 (731 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Heather W.

    Location is right on the water. Sit outside if you can for the great view. They have funny stools. They had a fun drink menu. Dog friendly patio. There were a few local cats hanging around asking for food. They didn't mess with us or our dog. Kept seagulls away. Very chill place. Including the service. lol. Service was slow but we enjoyed the food. Started with crawfish queso, so good and huge chunks of crawfish. My husband got a watermelon margarita and really loved it. He also got the catch of the day with green beans and sweet potato fries. I got blackened salmon on Alfredo. It was good but I could barely finish it. So full!

    What's left of my calamari & crab cake  Romalade sauce we also had a sweet chili dip ( yummy )
    Susan P.

    This was an amazing experience. The service was spot on , recommended off the menu items which were off the chart ! I had calamari , crab cakes ( best this Cajun has had outside of Louisiana) We ( My niece & I ) had burgers I had black & blue OMG niece had the Amy burger simply perfect moist perfect medium cook. Oh and the key lime to die for !!! We had such a good time the atmosphere was so fun.

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    Terri L.

    Love this place. Looking for a fun place to go eat, drink and check out the sea this is your place. The food is yummy, the beer is always cold, it's huge so you can almost always get a place to sit and the mixed drinks are great. I've haven't yet visited when there is live music but I've heard it can be quite a party. Can't wait to try that out. We ordered the fried flounder sandwich, the blackened redfish and a grilled redfish and everything we ate was amazing. Highly recommend the catch of the day. Will definitely be back soon.

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    Samantha B.

    I sure learned my lesson here to really believe the Yelp reviews...but figuring everyone deserves a chance we stopped by Moondog to form our own opinions. They were, unfortunately, not good. As mentioned, service was s-l-o-w. Being at the beach, this isn't typically an issue as you are there for the ambiance and a cold drink right? That is, unless the cold drink takes 15 minutes to arrive and...isn't cold. We also asked our server what was in the Texas Mule that makes it "Texas" and he replied "I actually have no idea." Dear reader, it is a regular mule with Tito's vodka. Still holding onto hope, we placed our orders and wondered if we would be eating it for lunch, or dinner by the time it showed up. The food arrived and we dove in, starving enough to eat (almost) anything. Off the bat, the loaded baked potato which I was assured came with sour cream and butter was lacking on both. Thus, dry, I asked our server for some condiments twice before he brought them out and I was nearly done. The ketchup he promised never arrived. The sandwich was ok, but nothing to write home about, as was the soft shell crab. For the amount of time it took to come out, I was so hoping for some intense elbow grease homemade dishes - but they were unfortunately very obviously either pre-prepared and frozen items and things that took nearly zero effort to throw together. A pretty big dissapointment compared to all the other places I have tried in Rockport, which is a shame because the location and environment are the kind that would make you want to hang around for a few hours (as long as it was by choice).

    A stray black cat roaming freely around the tables in Moondog Seaside Eatery.

    Stray cats, terrible service, and a mandatory tip they wouldn't honor I had high hopes for Moondog Seaside Eatery, based on Google Maps (I know, my bad!), but this was one of the worst dining experiences I've had. Health and safety: Several stray cats were freely roaming in and around the dining tables and eating leftovers during active food service. This isn't a charming beach-town quirk -- it's a violation of basic food safety standards. Animals (aside from service animals or leashed dogs in designated outdoor patio areas) aren't permitted in food establishments under Texas health code, for good reason. Service: We waited for 80 minutes for our food (nothing like a Michelin style masterpiece, but simple fish and chips and mac and cheese they typically serve). When it finally arrived, part of our order was missing. The waiter initially blamed us for the mistake -- until she checked her own notes and saw we'd ordered correctly all along. No apology, just moved on. Food: Honestly not good, and not worth the wait or the price regardlesss of everything else that went wrong. The mandatory tip: Our party was 6+, so a 20% tip was automatically added -- no matter how bad the service was. When we asked about removing or reducing it given the hour-long wait and order mix-up, we were told no. A manager (or someone who represented themselves as one) said it's actually up to the individual server whether to enforce the 20%, despite it being printed on the menu as a flat policy. So apparently the "mandatory" tip is mandatory unless your server feels like waiving it -- which makes no sense and felt like a bait-and-switch. Between the animals roaming the dining room, the service issues, and a tip policy that isn't actually enforced the way it's advertised, I can't recommend this place.

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    8 days ago

    Had to ask a waitress for water after not being acknowledged at all for25-30 minutes after sitting down in the booth.

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    10 days ago

    Another great meal at Moondogs! Food was very good' service was very good' All around good time. We all had great meals! Will be back!'

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    2 months ago

    The fried fish was inedible. The Bloody Mary made me sick. Slow service and nasty restrooms

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    5 months ago

    Jaimie is the best server! This was the perfect spot the view was 10/10!! Can't wait to eat here again.

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    10 months ago

    Food was great. Portions large. Huge beer batter fried shrimp. Okra was perfect and service was good.

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    Food is good. Service is good. Ambiance is good. We enjoy the views and the beach my atmosphere.

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    It was a positive experience. You never know here. Service and food were very good. Service was just okay but the view made up for it

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    Great service. Best chicken fried ribeye steak & bake! Yummy salad and shrimp gumbo. 5 stars! And a great ocean view.

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    Nemo’s Seafood Grill

    Nemo’s Seafood Grill

    4.1(98 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    Wowza...what a find! CLEAN, nicely decorated, with great wall art, excellent menu, and our server,…read moreStephanie was super! A versatile menu, the majority of which is seafood, as we're in Rockport, but look out for the PERFECT Ribeye. Cooked exactly as ordered, beautifully seasoned, and one of the most tender and flavorful Ribeye steaks, ever. It includes 3 very tasty, grilled shrimp, and two sides. I had the hottest baked potato ever, yum, and delicious green beans. Dylan enjoyed his steak enourmously, with creamed corn and a loaded baked potato. Although we arrived starving, we could both only eat half. No problem, lunch the next day and Bizou was thrilled. Thank you Stephanie! Also, for Rockport, they're open late (9 pm). But they still kindly greeted people at 8:45. Be kind folks, and show as they're shutting everything down!

    Interesting restaurant. Seating inside mainly in 10 tables of 4. They can move together as needed…read more Friendly staff. Quick dining experience, in and out with no hassle. The faster they move you, the quicker they can break the table down and clean for the next person. Food was ok. My expectations were high based on the Google reviews. The white fish was the best part. The calamari was smh... the redfish was not great fried, I think next time I get it grilled. It was over cooked. The breading on the shrimp was different. Not terrible. Just different. My kids and I loved the Pho. The broth was clean, noodles were great and not over cooked. I'd definitely go back for the Pho. If you're looking for that one spot you can go for consistency and a bill that doesn't break your bank, this could be it? I'm struggling because I was impressed with the food scene at Rockport. Even Galveston was better, which is weird. I will say that it was better then Bubba's in Seadrift.

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    Nemo’s Seafood Grill - Inside decor

    Inside decor

    Nemo’s Seafood Grill
    Nemo’s Seafood Grill

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    Pier 77 - Our catch/ red snapper, blackened - was over salted, accompanied with bottled tarter / cocktail sauce, needed an étouffée or similar on top

    Pier 77

    4.2(259 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Absolutely hit the spot. The food was delicious and service was great!…read more Kids loved their meals as well! Cute place... we will be back on our next trip.

    Our experience 5/16/26 at Pier 77 in Rockport, Texas was extremely disappointing and concerning,…read moreespecially as a parent. My 6-year-old daughter was served her meal last, and when she finally received her chicken nuggets, they were raw and undercooked inside. Unfortunately, she had already eaten one nugget before we discovered it. We are now monitoring her closely for possible foodborne illness, including salmonella exposure, which no parent should ever have to worry about after dining out. What made the situation worse was the way management handled it. Initially, we were only offered 50% off the bill, despite the seriousness of serving raw chicken to a child. They did not automatically remove or comp the child's meal or the replacement meal. When we expressed that we appreciated the gesture but wanted to speak with the owner about the situation, management became defensive rather than taking accountability. Eventually, we were told the entire ticket would be covered -- but only if we agreed to never come back. That response was shocking and unprofessional. At no point did we feel genuine concern, accountability, or care for our child's wellbeing. Mistakes can happen in any restaurant, but how a business responds says everything. Serving raw chicken is a serious health risk, especially to a young child, and the handling of the situation left us feeling dismissed rather than cared for. We cannot recommend this restaurant based on our experience.

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    Bar area

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    Seafood boil

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    Charlotte Plummer Seafare Restaurant - Bread Pudding (with birthday candle)

    Charlotte Plummer Seafare Restaurant

    2.8(563 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Charlotte Plummer's has a great waterfront setting, but my experience landed somewhere in the…read moremiddle. The salad bar was just okay, and the dressing selection was surprisingly limited. There wasn't a single vegan‑friendly option--no balsamic, no simple oil‑and‑vinegar--so that part definitely missed the mark. They also charge full price for the all‑you‑can‑eat salad bar even if you only want one plate. I thought that was a bit silly, but rules are rules. I also tried their blue mimosa, which was new on the menu. It didn't taste any different from a regular mimosa, so I'm pretty sure it was just champagne with blue curaçao for color. Fun to look at, but nothing special flavor‑wise. On the positive side, everyone in my group who ordered seafood was thrilled. My friend's coconut shrimp was cooked perfectly--crispy, not greasy, and with just the right amount of coconut so it wasn't overwhelming. Several people at our table ordered the crab cakes, and they all raved about how good they were. Overall, the seafood seems to be the star here, but the salad bar and drink execution could use some attention.

    I've been coming to Charlotte Plummer's for over 20 years. Tonight was my last…read more The quality of food and value has dropped off significantly over the last 4 years. Until a few years ago, entrees came with your choice of soup or salad bar. Now, you must chose between soup and gumbo and if you want a salad bar, it will cost you an addition $5.99. I would be surprised if the salad bar plate is larger than 5" in diameter. The salad bar was one of the main attractions. Tonight, the dressing was warm, the croutons were stale, and salad-bar staples like boiled egg and cheese are now noticeably absent. Garnish on my fried shrimp plate was a laughable sliver of wilted green-leaf lettuce and a lime wedge so small it only lasted for 2 shrimp. I looked through the reviews to see if I was the only regular who felt this way; unfortunately, I am not.

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    Charlotte Plummer Seafare Restaurant - Patio view

    Patio view

    Charlotte Plummer Seafare Restaurant - Portabella Mushroom Kabobs Appetizer.

    Portabella Mushroom Kabobs Appetizer.

    Charlotte Plummer Seafare Restaurant - CPS fish selection

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    CPS fish selection

    Paradise Key Dockside Bar & Grill - White Chocolate Bread Pudding Paradise Key Lime Pie

    Paradise Key Dockside Bar & Grill

    3.6(909 reviews)
    5.4 mi
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    Ambiance gets a high score because of the proximity to lots of boating action and the great…read morepanoramic views from the dining areas. We found the food to be acceptable, but very slow action out of the kitchen. My guess is they were shorthanded there, because many tables wee not occupied. Fortunately the bar must have been fully staffed, because the drinks came out post haste. Try the crab tower as appetizer, though it could serve as a light lunch too. The soft shell crab Po Boy was good, with two very large ones, but the sauce that came on the side left us wanting something different. We also had the Ahi salad and the fish taco. We waited about 30 minutes for a table, and fortunately grabbed some of the few places to wait sitting down.

    I'm actually not sorry to leave a negative review, but this was one of the most disappointing…read moredining experiences we've had. Don't go unless you're prepared to wait FOREVER. We arrived around 8:00 p.m. and waited about 45 minutes to an hour just to be seated. Once we were finally seated, we ordered a dozen oysters, three waters, two cocktails, and mac and cheese for our daughter. The drinks finally came, but they were incredibly weak. The biggest disappointment was the mac and cheese--it tasted like plain boxed Kraft macaroni, which was shocking for a restaurant. We placed our dinner order and then waited another hour and 45 minutes without receiving any food. By this point, it was 10:30 p.m., and our daughter had already finished eating and was exhausted. Our waiter, Kalen, was actually very polite, energetic, and apologetic throughout the night. He kept checking in and apologizing for the kitchen delays, so I don't blame him, he could have had an upper hand- and gotten aggressive and made an impact on timing. Unfortunately, after waiting nearly 2 1/2 hours from the time we arrived, we still never received our meals. My husband had to go to the front twice to cancel our order because we finally gave up and left hungry. The waiter again was nice but he could have done more and the manager competed our water and our daughters Mac and cheese. When we walked out - she had the audacity to give us a sad face - maybe you should have thought about your feelings while trying to get our food. It was truly a disgusting and horrible experience. We understand restaurants get busy, but waiting that long without food or any meaningful communication is unacceptable. We won't be returning. Other tables were being sat after us and actually left while we were still waiting that had received their food and paid. Extremely disappointed and will NEVER GO BACK.

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    Paradise Key Dockside Bar & Grill - Panoramic dining area

    Panoramic dining area

    Paradise Key Dockside Bar & Grill - Paradise Key Lime Pie

    Paradise Key Lime Pie

    Paradise Key Dockside Bar & Grill - View from our table

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    View from our table

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